20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A tour operator went beyond our expectations.
A safari has been my dream vacation for a long time and I was able to complete that with the help of Good Secrets. I can’t express my gratitude for their attention to detail and communication. Since the start of the process, any questions I had Elsy was responsive and guided me to understand what I truly wanted and customized where possible. Once arriving to Kenya, we were welcomed with open arms at the airport and throughout our 4 day safari trip. They went beyond expectations and even one night had a birthday cake surprise waiting for me. The lodges were amazing and loved viewing the sunset in the Maasai Mara. Solomon and his team made us feel like family and hopefully one day can go back and do it all over again!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience
We had an absolutely unforgettable experience with Altezza! Our guide, Rasul Sultan, was truly exceptional. He went above and beyond to make sure we saw everything we wanted to see—and so much more.
From start to finish, Altezza made everything so easy. They took care of all the details, allowing us to simply enjoy the experience without having to worry about anything. Rasul was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely committed to making our trip special.
He made the entire experience unforgettable, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. We would highly recommend Altezza, and especially Rasul, to anyone looking for an incredible Tanzania experience!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Saloniki was a fantastic guide with deep knowledge of animals, nature and culture!
We did the 3-day tour in , and the trip was worth every penny!
The communication beforehand was excellent, so there were no questions left unanswered. The transportation was perfectly organized, and our guide, Saloniki, was simply fantastic. He didn’t just do his job — he genuinely enjoyed what he was doing and shared his extensive knowledge with us. Thanks to his great tracking skills, we saw three different groups of lions, several groups of elephants, zebras, buffaloes, countless giraffes, hippos, and almost all the animals that roam the park. Our expectations were exceeded by far.
We can wholeheartedly recommend this trip!
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well-organised, knowledgeable and reliable guides and smooth logistics.
I had a fantastic experience with Yves and Ikaze Rwanda Tours & Travel. Everything was smooth and well organised. Yves very kindly accommodated some of the requests regarding pickup and time slots.
Opted for the safari in Akagera National Park and the Golden monkey trek in Volcanoes National Park.
Elvis, our guide for the safari, was brilliant. Really knowledgeable, fun hang, and he clearly knew the right spots to find the animals. Very helpful throughout, not just to me but also other tour guides. Saw a bunch of giraffes, hippos, rhinos, lions, buffalos, loads of antelopes, and zebras. Spotted a couple of vervet monkeys as well.
The golden monkey trail was just as good. Was a real treat seeing them up close. Olivier was our driver, and the cab ride was smooth and comfortable.
Pickup, lunch and dropoff was well organised for both these trips.
Altogether, everything ran without a hitch. Good value for money and would happily recommend!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was perfectly organized by Emmah, who was incredibly helpful, professional, and attentive
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **An Unforgettable Safari Experience in Kruger!**
We had an absolutely amazing safari experience in Kruger National Park! Everything was perfectly organized by Emmah, who was incredibly helpful, professional, and attentive from start to finish. A big thank you to her for making everything run so smoothly!
Our safari guide, Phila, was simply fantastic! His knowledge, passion, and enthusiasm made the experience truly special. He made sure we had an unforgettable adventure, sharing fascinating insights about the wildlife and helping us appreciate every moment in the bush.
The entire experience exceeded our expectations, and we couldn't have asked for a better team. If you're planning a safari in Kruger, we highly recommend this experience!
Thank you, Emmah and Phila, for creating memories that will last a lifetime! 🐘🦁🦒🌿
**Five stars without a doubt! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐**
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a Lifetime Honeymoon in Kenya
Our safari experience with Estleon far surpassed our expectations! Esther planned an amazing trip for us and I am so thankful we chose her company! Our itinerary was perfectly planned so that we got to see a mix of all of animals, with each park we visited specializing in different animals. We decided to drive rather than fly to each destination and I am so glad we did because it allowed us to see more of the beautiful country and also allowed for more shopping! Esther stayed will within the budget guidelines we initially gave her and she had different level of accommodations ready upon request. Seeing as it was our honeymoon she encouraged us to upgrade 2 accommodations and I am so glad we did!! They were phenomenal camps that I cannot recommend enough (Elephant Gorge in Amboseli national park and The Cliff in Lake Nakuru). Both were very romantic and private accommodation that we will recommend to anyone visiting Kenya.
Our trip ran incredibly smoothly, with no unexpected delays. Our guide and driver Peter was incredibly knowledgeable and was the perfect roadtrip buddy for the week! He was very accommodating with stopping to rest during the longer drives, as well as planning out our game drives to fit around longer travel days. On game drives he was a perfect mix of calm and assertive in order to help us maximize our safari experience.
All in all it was an absolutely amazing trip and I cannot recommend Esther, Peter and Estleon enough for anyone looking to visit Kenya for a Safari!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely amazing experience
Grate value for money and amazing safari experience
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
More focus on their interests, less focus on the client.
We booked a two-week Northern Circuit safari in Tanzania with Tanzanian Specialist in September 2026.
Our guide, Philip Onesmo, was exceptional. He went well beyond expectations and helped compensate for significant planning shortcomings. We specifically requested him based on strong recommendations from other travellers, and his skill substantially improved the trip.
In fairness, the operational side of the trip was handled smoothly, with no hiccups or significant issues. That is a point in the operator's favour.
But that's where it stops. The main issue was the choice of accommodation in the Northern Serengeti. We spent three nights there specifically for the annual migration river crossings, yet Tanzanian Specialist placed us at Angata Bologonja, approximately two hours from the known main crossing points. This cost us roughly four hours of potential viewing each day and undermined the entire reason for including that stop or spending three nights atvthe location. It was also an hour and a half pre-dawn drive to the site of our balloon safari. Angata was also selected for two other locations on our itinerary. Given the repeated use of the same brand, I was left with the impression that the operator's relationship with the property influenced these choices more than our interests did.
They also included Lake Manyara on the itinerary with two nights at Manyara Best View and Spa, which, to my understanding, is owned or operated by Tanzanian Specialist. As we learned subsequent to booking and paying for the trip a year earlier, wildlife viewing at Manyara has been drastically reduced following the floods in recent years, so this stop provided next to no value relative to its time and cost, and did little to serve the primary purpose of the safari.
An extra night at Ngorongoro Rim Lodge also seemed unnecessary. Rim accommodation is expensive, and in our experience one night would have been sufficient. The additional night appeared to support the operator's logistics more than to improve our experience.
When I raised these concerns with the company, I received a boilerplate response that did not address the specific points I had raised.
My advice to anyone planning a safari is to choose an operator that designs itineraries around the client's interests and clearly explains its itinerary and accommodation choices. You should not have to conduct extensive independent research simply to cross-check the operator's recommendations. That undermines the purpose of hiring a safari planner.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Service and a Friendly, Patient Guide — Thank You, Rudzani!
The travel agency provided excellent service and was very patient. Rudzani was friendly and proactive throughout, introducing everything along the way. Thank you so much for all the care along the journey.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari